Ophthalmology and Optometry Coding Alert
Reader Question:
76529 Requires Documentation of Need for Eye Ultrasound
Published on Fri Mar 02, 2012
Question: Answer: The Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) doesn't bundle these codes, and payers should pay for both. Be sure documentation supports the need for ultrasound localization.
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